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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

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Apr 17, 1883

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Candle comparison and political quips from 1883 debates

A Philadelphia Press remark mocks a candle for Gen Butler as porpoise oil. Maine papers issue Laws of 1883 in supplement form, noting 10 salary-boosting acts. The Boston Leader is accused of harboring anti colored people sentiment. A Pittsfield clergyman denies calling Gov Butler a thief protector, saying the governor was only named in a prayer.

Tewksbury Gen. Butler White House Philadelphia Press Maine Pittsfield Gov. Butler

England Lags in Telephone Development Behind Allies

England trails behind America and France in telephone progress. The government technically owns all telephonic rights but avoids expanding them to protect the costly telegraph service relied on by the public.

England America France

Brewers Convention To Convene In Detroit May Fifteenth

The next national convention of brewers will meet in Detroit Michigan on May fifteenth. Attendance is expected to be large as important matters will be presented to the body. Leading figures of the Brewers association acknowledge risks facing the industry.

Detroit Mich Brewers’ Association

Mrs Langtry buys 100 year old sleigh for New York voyage

A Providence telegraph reports Mrs Langtry has purchased a high backed old fashioned sleigh aged a century and had it shipped to New York. Next winter Freddie and the lily will race down the avenue in the antique vehicle leaving Delaney Kane and his four in hand crowd out of the scene.

Providence

Support for Eastern lease to Boston and Maine rail line

The Traveller backs the lease while Boston dailies stay neutral. In New Hampshire opposition is strong across most regions with no signs the current will shift toward support. The piece notes widespread local dissent as the plan proceeds.

Eastern Boston and Maine Railroad Boston New Hampshire

Ohio Democrats to Name Time and Place for State Convention

The Ohio democratic state central committee will meet next Thursday to name the time and place for the state convention. An early date would gain majority approval among Ohio Democrats. Republicans are on the defensive and Democrats should act promptly and aggressively to sustain campaign vigor.

Ohio Democratic State Central Committee Ohio

Stakeholder from water board favored for continuity

Albert Stanwood, veteran water department member for over 30 years, was linked to the department’s original formation. Investigation found him not responsible for the improperly constructed basins causing water pollution, and his retention could have aided the reform of the new board.

Albert Stanwood Water Board Palmer Water Department

James M. Keith Former Norfolk Leader and DA

James M. Keith, who failed of renomination to the board of health, was a Brown University graduate and long a leading Norfolk County lawyer. He served as district attorney, declined a congressional nomination, and held roles in the legislature and Roxbury’s city council after annexation. He was nominated to the board of health in 1877 and renominated in 1880, and was a steadfast Democrat and Palmer supporter.

Ison James M. Keith Board of Health Brown University Norfolk County Congress Roxbury Prince Palmer

Private law library by late Justice Clifford moving from Portland

The most complete private collection of law books in the United States, collected by the late Justice Clifford, must be moved from his chambers near the United States courthouse in Portland, Maine. The Cumberland bar and Maine lawyers cannot afford to buy it alone, and local business leaders are urged to raise funds to keep the library in Portland as a public asset for litigants and counsel.

Justice Clifford United States United States Court Room Portland Portland Advertiser Cumberland Bar Maine The Advertiser Shila

Reports on sugar trade and Supreme Court rulings in Washington

In the Alabama Claims court Andrews Clark and Creswell filed briefs on cases including Manuel Josephs and Terra fina de Bruni with judgments listed for many claimants. The Supreme Court voided Shreveport bonds for lack of legislative authority and denied title in the Dallas City land dispute. Emancipation Day celebrated despite rain, with a large parade of colored societies and military companies. Daggett reported no Chinese sugar shipments to Hawaii affecting reciprocity, while a Boston collector warned about infectious ropes from Liverpool and fumigation steps were ordered. Miscellaneous items note lightship buoy changes off Block Island and a treasury coin count progress, with notices of deaths of Rev. Father Whitford and Rev. Holmead.

Washington Court of Commissioners of Alabama A. ©. Clark J. A. J. Creswell Manuel Joseph United States Joseph J. George A. Edwin Clarke Terrafina de Bruni Alias Beans Manuel Lawrence Manuel de Biloa Walter S. Gove Francis Masick John P. Knowles Thomas Knowles & Co John P. Knowles, Jr Seth Knowles Joseph F. Knowles James H. Knowles Jonathan Boures Ossick Smalley John C. Hitch James C. Hitch Charles Hitch Antone Joseph Edward Eliab W. Metwealf Henry H. Grant William McGilvery Joseph G. Pendleton Phineas Pendleton Phineas Pendleton, Jr William G. Michels Wm. G. Michels Benjamin Carver Walsh, Carver and Chase Henry Brookman John W. Brookman H. D. Brookman & Co Samuel S. Allen Charles C. Olsen Boston Insurance Companies of United States Supreme Court Shreveport Texas and Pacific Railroad Company Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church Dallas City Oregon Missionary Society Innancy Society James Keley Butler Zouaves Monumental City Guards Washington Cadets Capital City Guards Baltimore Rifles Lincoln Kent Infantry Webster Rifles Sumner Mounted Guards Ralph Wormhey Nieht? of Jerusalem Jose Kigne Eastern Star and Twilight Cadets Department of State Rollin M. Daggett Honolulu Hawaii Daggett Hawaiian Islands Treasury Department Liverpool England

Trial of Daniel Curley in Phoenix Park Murders

London reports Daniel Curley goes on trial in Dublin for participation in the Phoenix Park murders of Lord Cavendish and Mr. Burke on May 6. Prosecution outlines Curley’s role with informers and conspirators. witnesses including a servant girl and James Carey testify. The court adjourns until tomorrow as Curley maintains an indifferent look.

London Daniel Curley Lord Frederick Cavendish Burke Phoenix Park Green Street Court House Dublin Murphy Mr. Murphy Farrell Ireland Forster Kavanagh Carey Curley Phenix Park Peter Carey James Carey Carley Col. Hillier Royal, Irish Constabulary Urley Bernard Gallagher Ginaswow Bow Street Gallagher Lambeth Head

Fire damage and losses span multiple sites in four cities

Fire alarm at 2 am confined to the sixth floor of the Picture Frame Moulding Co factory at 12 Marshall Street, with about 400 dollars in damage. Additional water damage affected several tenants. total losses around 50 dollars for the building. Another blaze at 449 Western Avenue Lynn hit a kindling wood factory, with losses not exceeding 350 dollars and Clapp Bros liability under 50. Reports from New York and other cities note varied preliminary losses from Broadway fires and local fires in Al bia Bangor and Worcester with several injuries and uninsured losses.

Hox 17 Sheehan Charles F. Petterson Marshall Street Creek Square Wheelock Reflector Company Peter C. Gray KE. Bird H. Timmins Western Avenue Lynn Thompson Heirs Clapp Bros

Palmer Nominations A New Water Board And Other Appointments

Politicians crowded the aldermanic room as Mayor Palmer announced removals and new appointments to city boards on the eve of May. William A. Simmons was named to the water board long term, with Taylor to health, Longley fire, Curran police, and Greenough to another library term.

Palmer Brunswick Marquis of Lorne Tom Parker Sharp O’brien Albert Stanwood Water Board William A. Simmons Mr. Simmons Sawyer Cutter George M. Hoples John G. Blake William Taylor Health Board James M. Keith Henry W. Longley M. P. Curran B. D. Burley William W. Greenough Alderman Hall Internal Revenue Mrr. Hobbs Avery & Hobbs Harvard College Blake Longtey Fire Commission Phece Wiliam Taylor Beard of Health North End Suffolk Michael P. Curran Globe New York Herald Greenough

Tewksbury inquiry reveals tanned skin and witness testimony

At the Tewksbury almshouse hearing Gov Butler probes for proper disposal bonds for bodies, hearsay about Mrs Marsh and Mrs Houston, a Harvard student tanning a negro skin, and several witness accounts of mistreatment and neglect. The session adjourned to 9 am.

Governor Nominates McCall for Insurance Superintendent

Albany April 16 The governor tonight named John A McCall Jr of Albany for superintendent of the insurance department. McCall joined the department as a clerk twelve years ago and was promoted to deputy, a position he has held through all administrations. The Senate quickly confirmed the nomination with no negative votes.

Albany N. Y John A. McCall, Jr

Mississippi Supreme Court reverses Chalmers case ruling

Jackson Miss April 16 The Mississippi Supreme Court reversed Judge Wharton and dismissed Chalmers petition for mandamus The court held that the governor issued a certificate of election to ban ning the case is beyond court jurisdiction and that only Congress can now intervene

Jackson, Miss Supreme Court Today Chalmers Myers Secretary of State Wharton Circuit Court Congress

Appeal for Further Aid in Bangor Described

Special despatch from Bangor Maine dated April 16 reports Col Greene urging Bangor residents to subscribe 15000 for the Shoreline project between Sullivan and Bangor. Eighteen donors have pledged 7500 and the committee Morse Snow and Haywaii appeal for the remaining 7500 at once, noting Washington and Hancock counties along the route with large populations and valuations would greatly benefit Bangor.

Bangor Boston Post Col. Greene Sullivan Messrs. Morse, Snow and Haywai i Washington and Hancock

Calvert Sunk Near Port Antonio by Alpine Steamer

The steamer Calvert captained by Hunterman, traveling from Baltimore to New Orleans via Port Antonio and Jamaica, was sunk Sunday night at Port Antonio by the Alpine. Macheca Bros. of New Orleans, owners, received a cable despatch reporting the loss.

New Orleans Calvert Hunterman Baltimore Port Antonio Jamaica Alpine Macheca Bros

William Schmidt & Co assigns liabilities in Minnesota

A Galveston despatch reports William Schmidt & Co wholesale liquor dealers of St. Paul have assigned liabilities totaling $16,000. Other items mention a meteor claim lacking foundation, arrests for threats, university land trustees in New York, a Montreal murder, wage increases for cigars, bank robbery, Minnesota pineries output, Hudson River floods affecting rail, Philadelphia deficit, a murder in Mississippi, stockholder reports on mills, crop damages, a Pittsburg firm assignment, Gould delaying a Western trip, and various other 19th century notices.

William Schmidt & Co St. Paul Minn Galveston Texas Williams Ranch Pierre Seguin Montreal Salmi Morse New York State Senate Boston University New York Devisee Timothy Milloy William Nesbitt Longue Point Minnesota Pineries Hudson River Schuylerville Mechanicsville Boston, Hoosac Tunnel Western Railroad Potter North Chicago Rolling Mills Ss. W. Tallmadge Milwaukee Chamber of Commerce James Marshall & Co Iron Pipe Manufacturers Pittsburg George Whitey Gould Chicago Burlington Hannibal Joe Interior Department Union Pacific Company Bears Havana

Virginia Republican Convention Nominates Full Ticket

Norfolk Va April 16 The county convention passed resolutions repudiating Senator Mahone and his county committee and nominated a complete republican ticket. The action signals a revolution in coalition ranks as a majority of delegates had previously supported Mahone.

Norfolk Mahone

Thompson expelled from New Haven Medical association

New Haven April 16 Dr E L R Thompson charged with abortion in Mary Canavan case was expelled from the New Haven Medical association after lengthy discussion. Supporters argued delays and demurrers showed avoidance of charges. voting required three fourths of members and few favored retention.

New Haven, Conn E. L. R. Thompson Mary Canavan New Haven Medical Association

Meriden Janitor John H. Plumb Found Dead at 65

John H. Plumb, 65, once a Massachusetts railroad contractor and Meriden businessman, was found dead in his room today. He was last seen Saturday night, the revolver used was on his breast with his teeth atop the weapon. Cause of self inflicted death remains unknown. he had been married five times and had fallen on hard times years earlier due to dissipation.

Meriden Conn John H. Plumb Massachusetts

Wounded Man Scorned by Neighbors in Adams Shooting

In Adams Massachusetts last week James Barrett, a saloon keeper, shot Richard A. Savage after Savage repeatedly visited Barrett's saloon while convalescing from a prior wound. Savage, 37, native of West Stockbridge, had a notorious record as a state constable and pugilist. Barrett’s defense hinges on self defense in his own home, with mounting local belief in acquittal by a jury. The Adams docket also includes Wattson, Sandisfield cases, and multiple crimes.

Massachusetts Adams Richard A. Savage James Barrett Savage Barrett Springfield Republican Ally Wan Berkshire West Stockpridge North Adams Engineer Wattson Monterey Johanna Sullivan Sandisfield Wattson Sandisfield Tarring

Gardiner rejoices in opening DC negigation after ice

Maine note: Gardiner celebrates the opening after 132 days of ice. Geo Grover, an alleged horse thief aiding G T Ware, is at large in Nashua New Hampshire. he escaped Belfast jail on the night of the 13th. William A Simonton of Rockland died by suicide Monday morning, a single man aged 30. A verdict for Rosana C Mayhew against Sullivan Mining Co for 2500 dollars in Ellsworth court, for injuries at the mine December 3, 1833.

Gardiner Geo. Grover G. T. Ware Nashua Belfast Wm. A. Simonton Supreme Judicial Court Ellsworth Ronsana C. Mayhew Sullivan Mining Company

Exeter man tried for embezzlement in Portsmouth court

L. M. Carpenter of Exeter faces supreme court proceedings in Portsmouth for embezzlement. G. F. Hartford, charged with assault on a girl at Eppime, is committed to the state prison for 20 years. A Nashua to Keene freight train derailed at East Harrisville at noon Monday, wrecking several cars. crew uninjured.

L. M. Carpenter Exeter Supreme Court Portsmouth G. F. Hartford Eppime Nashua Keene Manchester and East Harrisville

Amesbury man found dead in barn chamber near home

O A True a 50 year old Amesbury teamster was found hanging in a barn chamber Monday morning near his residence. He leaves a widow and three children. Local incidents include youths charged with burglary in Milford, a shooting arraignment in Adams, and an autopsy in Westminster. Hampshire census shows eight towns up since 1870. the rest down.

O. A. True Amesbury Jobn Finn Thomas Finn John Fahey B. C. Thayer Milford James Barrett Adams Mondday R. A. Savage Savage Bagrett Franklin Estes Northboro Estes Hampshire County Northampton Amherst Easthampton Enfield Huntington South Hadley Ware Williamsburg Margaret Watterson West Stockbridge Patrick Carr Austerlitz N. Y

Odd Fellows Officer Arrested for Embezzling Funds

George H. Smith financial secretary of the Superior lodge of Odd Fellows in Central Falls was arrested Saturday for embezzling 1145 from lodge funds. He pleaded guilty stating the money was used for family expenses.

George H. Smith Superior Lodge of Odd Fellows Central Falls

Judge Deming in New Haven Finds Probable Cause for Gibbs Assaults

Judge Deming in New Haven court finds probable cause for three cases of assault with intent to commit rape by John H Gibbs the young colored man. Gibbs is charged with offences since October against several women after night in lonely city areas. Life imprisonment prospects appear near certain.

Staging Accident Injures Two Men on Central Wharf

John Doran a teamster for James Coyle and David Gavin of Cambridgeport suffer serious injuries when a heavy staging collapses. Doran fractures his right leg and Gavin sustains multiple injuries after the fall. both are hospitalized. Also reported: theft at Charlestown depot, clothing theft from Clarke Co., watch and chain snatched on Winchester Street.

John Doran James Coyle Central Wharf City Hospital Eastern Railroad Charlestown Charles W. Gould & Co Cambridge Massachusetts General Hospital

Edmun Hudson on Advancing Deposits at American News

In the Washington Capital, Edmund Hudson notes the American News Company conducts about a 20 million dollar annual business while keeping only 500 thousand of capital. Dealers must place 50 to 100 dollar deposits in advance, drawn against for purchases. Deposits replenish, ensuring prepaid payments, banking-like use of customers’ funds, and no need for large own capital.

Edmund Hudson Washington American News Company

Notable Society and Business Notes From Early 1900s News

Nilsson sails for Europe tomorrow. Maj Gen George Butler and wife visit from Ports mouth navy yard at the Parker house. Fred Douglass, 66, owns an 18 room house near Washington valued close to 100000. Diaz buys 106 seats for Nilsson concert in New York. Van derbilt buys 33. J R Osgood Co will issue 50000 copies of Mark Twain On the Mississippi for a first edition. Ex Gov Hubbard’s daughter eloped with her father's coachman and won a divorce after four years wedlock. Allan Arthur, son of the president, in Washington labeled a "dude" though a Princeton student who prefers turf life. Rev J R Day of Temple Street church receives 260 from parishioners and plans move to New York. Charles L Williams serves 52 years as postmaster at Nacoochee Valley Ga including 1530–1861, Confederate service 1861–1865, then again until now. Charles R Miller named editor in chief of the New York Times. youngest to hold post. Dartmouth graduate. Eben H Bailey, former Longfellow Memorial fund secretary, becomes secretary of Country Week committee Boston Y M C U. replaces ill Miss Putnam. Jay Gould 47 and worth about 100000000 to retire from active speculation. son George 23 to succeed. Gould’s manager Connors calls the son a good one. James Savage of Augusta Me signs contract with New York and New England railroad for widening between Blackstone and Willimantic Conn for double track. completion by next November 1. James Elverson of Philadelphia launches Illustrated World. builds new large building for venture and space for Saturday Night and Golden Days along with 300000 and 120000 circulation éd.

Nilsson Europe George Butler Portsmouth Navy Yard Parker House Fred Douglass Washington Cen. Diaz New York W.H. Vanderbilt J. R. Osgood & Co Mark Twain Mississippi Hubbard Connecticut Allan Arthur Mhan Princeton J. R. Day Temple Street Methodist Episcopal Church New York City Charles L. Williams Nacoochee Valley United States Eben H. Bailey Longfellow Memorial Fund Boston Young Men’s Christian Union H. G. Putnam Jay Gould George Gould Connors James Savage Augusta New York and New England Railroad Company Blackstone Station Willimantic Additon

Wallack Again Welcomed to Boston in Monte Gristo

A large audience at the Globe theatre witnessed Booth theatre company perform Duimas's Monte Gristo, but overall the cast lacked force. James O'Neil offered a capable Edmund Dantes, Henry Lee good as Noirtier with refinement needed, Hart Conway solid as Albert, while Eyre, McDowell and Thompson and Miss Graham as Mercedes fell short. Scenery praised. Wallack at the Museum plans tours next week.

Globe Theatre Booth Theatre Company Duimas Monte Gristo Fechter James O’ Neilb Edmund Dantes Henry Lee Noirtier Hart Conway Albert Messrs. Eyre McDowell Thompson Miss Graham Mercedes Lester Wallack Rosedale Tabitha Stork Miriam O’leary Rosa Leigh Warren Cobb J. B. Mason Col. Cavendish May Alfred Hudson Miles McKenna George R. Jer&s Matthew Leigh Wallack

Probate Court Proves Several Wills and Estates

In the probate court Judge Choate proved wills for Annie Astley Lynn Rebecca Fogg Harriet Gifford Sarah Goodwin Joseph Knapp Lydia Mayo Elizabeth Perkins Moses Perkins Patrick Riley Lydia Wade and others Inventories filed show Sarah Jacobs 3100 Asa Brown 5000 Benjamin Somes 25770 A special meeting saw John J Mack presented with a steel engraving and Mayor Hill delivered the speech Mack will marry Tuesday The Real Estate Journal debuts from Perry Collier Marblehead and Marblehead Neck plans are rumored for Ocean House succession The Marblehead Boat Club to host a May party two fishing boats Eliza and Charles W Parker run regularly etc

Marblenead Charles F. Cobb Ocean House Swampscott Marblehead Neck Marblehead

Vacant South Boston Lot Declared Nuisance

The board of health notes a nuisance at the vacant lot on the corner of Eighth and N streets due to stale water and dead animals. City hall says fire commissioner John E. Fitzgerald will resign next Monday and John J. McDavitt will be appointed in his stead.

Board of Health Eighth and N Streets Boston City Hall John E. Fitzgerald John J. MecDavitt

Murdered man John Sullivan dies after Sunday stabbing

John M. Sullivan was fatally stabbed Sunday night in the Bun ker Hill district by Timothy Driscoll. He died Monday forenoon at Massachusetts General Hospital. The knife attack ended in a fatal wound.

John M. Sullivan Timothy Driscoll Bunker Hill Massachusetts General Hospital

Legislature Recaps Minor Bills and Marblehead Water Tie In

In Senate discussions yesterday the judiciary committee reported against a House bill on district court trials by special justices. The water and drainage committee advanced a bar for Marblehead Water Company with a 259000 capital listing incorporators. Debate touched town meeting tellers, with a Plymouth moderator claim of no legal warrant. Other actions include a 16 to 12 vote passing a bill, a prison funding amendment with reductions, and Baldwin’s medical degree restrictions proposal. Orders of the Day noted elevated railroads and Acushnet river fish-logging bills.

McFarlin Plymouth Treasury Committee Concord State Prison Johnson Worcester Brice Middlesex Massachusetts Baldwin Acushnet River Acushnet

Massachusetts Legislature Action on Bills and Petitions

In the house Mr. Ernst of Boston moved to reconsider the vote on a bill allowing damages for injuries from highway defects on Lords Day travel. Mr. Aldrich of Marlboro opposed Hopkinton’s bond petition for first mortgage bonds of the Hopkinton railroad. The rules were suspended and Norton selectmen’s request to receive $84,000 from Cyrus Hicks was referred. Natick-Wellesley water bill advanced from the table to orders. Bills include Bay State Telephone stock increase. various engrossed items and a milk adulteration law discussion ended without a vote before adjournment.

Ernst Boston Aldrich Marlboro Hopkinton Committee On Railroads Norton Cyrus Hicks Natick Wellesley Ale. AW Bay State Telephone Company Disabled Soldiers’ Employment Bureau State Normal School Westfield

Board of Aldermen The Nominations Laid Over One Week

The regular meeting chaired by Alderman O'Brien confirmed appointments for three year terms in city offices including fire and police commissioners health board member and water board members. Petitions from utilities and companies for street poles lamps and track work were presented. Elections saw Porter elected East Boston ferries director and Myles chosen as second assistant assessor. Various financial and public works orders were approved and the meeting adjourned.

Ferries Alderman Hall Henry W. Longley Card of Health William Taylor Michael R. Curran Public Library William W. Greenough Water Board William A. Simprons Albert Stanwood George M. Hobbs Timothy T. Sewyer John G. Blake Leonard R. Cutter Charles J. Sidney Michael J. Mahoney Andrew B. Porter East Boston Ferries Edward Pearl William F. Myles Ward 23 John J. Follan City Point J. J. C. Wilson Te Saic & Nee Common Council

Windy forecast for Tilden as Chicago Times notes April meeting

Chicago notables at Iroquois Club discuss Democratic chances and tariff doctrine. Key figures like Brodhead, Priest, Randall, Sparks, Wheeler, Springer, and Hurlburt weigh Tilden’s possible return to the presidential race and the party’s revenue tariff stance. Theodore Roosevelt style line not present.

Diverse Boston Society Events Calendar

The Boston society page lists events including the 98th annual Protestant Episcopal convention in Trinity chapel on April 25 at 9 a.m., the Young's Hotel head waiters sixth annual ball at Horticultural Hall, and a May 26 amateur baseball gathering at the Union jet grounds. Henry George lectures, a kitchen garden course at North Bennett street, a Institute fair department meeting, an Enterprise club operetta, and a New England freight agents meeting with free return passes and car detention topics are noted along with an entertainment at Columbia Hall featuring ventriloquism and music.

Protestant Episcopal Church Diocese of Massachusetts Trinity Chapel Boston Young’s Hotel Horticultural Hall Eess Cat Rr Ames Unionjet Berkelee Hall Henry George Central Labor Union Annie Louise Torrey New York Kitchen Garden Associaton North Bennett Street L. E. Caswell Institute Fair Park Street Enterprise Club Women’s Educational and Industrial Union Association of General Freight Agents of New England Pathfinder Railway Guide Railway Clearing House Association General Freight Agents’ Association Dorchester Council Columbia Ball C. Jd. Upham Arion Quartette Barker Banjo Quartette

Annual report of Central Mining Company with mine earnings

The Central Mining Company reports 1882 product value and total operating expenses totaling 101,758 52, with a profit of 33,966 53. Dividends of 60,000 00 were paid, and surplus as of February 4, 1885 stood at 6,465 56. Timber sale nets 40,000 00 contribute to 79,017 58 receipts. Directors note timber lands sale on Tobacco River for 100,000 00 payable over three years, allowing write-off of land cost and a higher dividend. lands cost about 20,988 25 on the books.

Central Mining Company of Lake Superior SiMe Ismee Sa Sraeataib Treglers Tecolyv CO Jouw Cde Dace Wee Eee Absous Ee Ass Sewegs Canes v Tobacco River

Hull Yacht Club regatta schedule announced at Young's Hotel

The regatta committee met at Young's Hotel and named W L Phinney chairman and Louis M Clark secretary. A season program lists races from June 23 through Sept 8 including pennant, club and championship regattas plus open regatta and several cruises and moonlight excursion plans to be scheduled later.

Hull Yacht Club Young’s Hotel W. L. Phinney Louis M. Clark

Notable Boston area deaths span organist to businessman

Worcester born organist J Aster Broad died in Berlin on April 14 while studying there. Boston and Worcester church figures including Elizabeth Howard Bartol, Charles T Randall, and Daniel Kelham Jr. also passed away within days. Francis S Street of the New York Weekly died in Brooklyn after a career rising from clerk to partner and manager, leaving a substantial estate.

J. Aster Broad Worcester Mass Berlin Germany Mt. Vernon Park Street Boston Plymouth Daniel Kelham, Jr Kelham Manchester-by-the-Sea Manchester New Orleans Elizabeth Howard Bartol Bartol West Church Simeon Howard Lowell Charles T. Randall Beacon Street Leaves Smith New York Weekly Boy Street ATVB

Democratic ward caucus troubles probe meets again

The special committee of the democratic ward and city committee, investigating the ward 11 and 12 caucus troubles, met at the Parker house Monday evening. Members include J.G. Fennessy, Felix A. Strange, John A. McLaughlin, P.T. Barry, and P. F. McGarragle. Testimony focused on ward 12, including the Jenkins party, with reporters cross examined. The panel relies on reporters for unbiased testimony, and hearings will resume tonight.

Democratic Ward Parker House J.G. Fennessy Felix A.strange John A. McLaughlin P.T. Barry P. F. McGarragle Jenkins Ward 12

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